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Maple Leafs Trade Woll, Benoit to Flyers for Two Players and a Draft Pick

Maple Leafs Trade Woll, Benoit to Flyers for Two Players and a Draft Pick

We officially have our first trade of the NHL offseason. It was announced on Tuesday that the Toronto Maple Leafs have traded Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for Emil Andrae, Samuel Ersson, and a 2026 third-round pick.

John Chayka News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / June 16

Analysis: John Chayka begins to change Leafs’ blue-line mix, swaps goalies, opens more cap space in five-piece trade with Philly

John Chayka has executed his first trade as GM of the Toronto Maple Leafs, sending goaltender Joseph Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for goaltender Samuel Ersson, left-shot defenseman Emil Andrae, and a third-round pick in 2026.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 16
Maple Leafs trade Joseph Woll, Simon Benoit to Flyers for defenceman Emil Andrae, goaltender Samuel Ersson and a 3rd round pick

Maple Leafs trade Joseph Woll, Simon Benoit to Flyers for defenceman Emil Andrae, goaltender Samuel Ersson and a 3rd round pick

The Toronto Maple Leafs have traded goaltender Joseph Woll and defenceman Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for defenceman Emil Andrae, goaltender Samuel Ersson, and a third-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

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Simon Benoit News / Pension Plan Puppets / June 16

Maple Leafs trade Joe Woll, Simon Benoit to the Flyers

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Logan Shaw News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / June 16

Logan Shaw and Bo Groulx lead the way, Toronto Marlies return home with 2-0 series lead

“He is our leader. He is our pulse. He is the heartbeat of this team. He leads on and off the ice. I can’t say enough good things about him as a leader.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / June 16
Could Internal Help Finally Change the Maple Leafs Equation?

Could Internal Help Finally Change the Maple Leafs Equation?

There’s a familiar rhythm to how things go in Toronto this time of year. Free agency chatter ramps up, trade boards get refreshed daily, and the same names float through the rumour cycle.

Morgan Rielly News / TheLeafsnation / June 16
Matt Larkin floats the idea of Maple Leafs buying out Morgan Rielly this summer

Matt Larkin floats the idea of Maple Leafs buying out Morgan Rielly this summer

The National Hockey League’s Stanley Cup was handed out on Sunday night to the Carolina Hurricanes, putting an end to the 2025-26 season and making the

Tinus Luc Koblar News / Athlon Sports / June 16
Maple Leafs Sign Forward to Three-Year Contract Amid NHL Offseason

Maple Leafs Sign Forward to Three-Year Contract Amid NHL Offseason

The Toronto Maple Leafs are moving early in the offseason and looking to build for the future of the organization. Toronto announced a move involving one of their recent draft picks on Monday, revealing that forward Tinus Luc Koblar has signed a three-year entry-level contract.

Tinus Luc Koblar News / Daily Faceoff / June 15
Leafs sign Tinus Luc Koblar to three-year, entry-level contract

Leafs sign Tinus Luc Koblar to three-year, entry-level contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Monday that they have signed forward prospect Tinus Luc Koblar to a three-year, entry-level contract. Koblar was the first player that the Leafs selected in the 2025 NHL Draft, as they nabbed him with the No.

Tinus Luc Koblar News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 15
Leafs Sign Tinus Luc Koblar To Entry-Level Contract

Leafs Sign Tinus Luc Koblar To Entry-Level Contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs have come to terms with one of their top prospects. Forward Tinus Luc Koblar has signed a three-year, entry-level contract. This move will move Koblar to North America on the heels of a strong performance with Team Norway at the 2026 World Championship.

Tinus Luc Koblar News / TheLeafsnation / June 15
Maple Leafs sign prospect Tinus Luc Koblar to entry-level contract

Maple Leafs sign prospect Tinus Luc Koblar to entry-level contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Monday that they had signed forward Tinus Luc Koblar to a three-year entry-level contract. No further details were announced.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / June 15
Maple Leafs predicted to move Easton Cowan this offseason

Maple Leafs predicted to move Easton Cowan this offseason

The 21-year-old Cowan will be entering the second year of the three-year, $2.67 million entry-level contract he signed with the Maple Leafs after being drafted in 2023.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 15
Report: John Chayka in discussions with Morgan Rielly’s camp regarding potential trade out of Toronto

Report: John Chayka in discussions with Morgan Rielly’s camp regarding potential trade out of Toronto

The longest tenured Toronto Maple Leafs player might be finding a new home this summer. Morgan Rielly, drafted by the Leafs fifth overall in the 2012 NHL Draft, has truly been around for the good, the bad, and the ugly.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 15
Report: Morgan Rielly, Leafs discussing ‘possibility of him going elsewhere’ this offseason

Report: Morgan Rielly, Leafs discussing ‘possibility of him going elsewhere’ this offseason

Despite being the longest-tenured member of the franchise, the Morgan Rielly era in the Six might be coming to an end. According to a report from Jonas Siegel of The Athletic, there have been discussions between Rielly’s agent, J.P.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 15
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Shaw, Danford, Thrun, Eakins, Pavelski, Cassidy & Gruden

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Shaw, Danford, Thrun, Eakins, Pavelski, Cassidy & Gruden

One thing I’ve learned over the years is that the offseason doesn’t really begin when the Toronto Maple Leafs are finished playing. It begins when everyone starts looking for clues about what’s next.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / June 15
Which of their four goaltending options should the Toronto Maple Leafs move on from?

Which of their four goaltending options should the Toronto Maple Leafs move on from?

As the Toronto Maple Leafs are nearly in full offseason mode, with the draft approaching, now is the time to evaluate their goaltending situation. As of right now, the two main guys guarding the crease for the Leafs are Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 15
Should the Leafs look at goaltender Michal Orsulak as mid-to-late-round pick?

Should the Leafs look at goaltender Michal Orsulak as mid-to-late-round pick?

Michal Orsulak is an intriguing name to watch in this year’s NHL Entry Draft. The 18-year-old Czech goaltender was passed over last July, but is expected to be taken this year after his debut North American season with the WHL’s Prince Albert Raiders.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 14
Marlies MVP Race Takes Shape: Lettieri, Akhtyamov, Villeneuve in Tight Battle

Marlies MVP Race Takes Shape: Lettieri, Akhtyamov, Villeneuve in Tight Battle

The Jack E. Butterfield Trophy is awarded to the American Hockey League (AHL) playoff MVP. It’s one of those awards that usually looks obvious in hindsight.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / June 14
Toronto Maple Leafs Coaching Notes, and Buffalo 2.0 in Detroit

Toronto Maple Leafs Coaching Notes, and Buffalo 2.0 in Detroit

Overdrive: Darren Dreger said that Dallas Eakins is one of the finalists for the Toronto Maple Leafs head coaching positions. @Nylanderthews: Dreger mentions on Overdrive that Patrick Roy and Joe Pavelski are still in the mix.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 14
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Cowan’s Growth, Danford’s Rise & Gruden as Head Coach?

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Cowan’s Growth, Danford’s Rise & Gruden as Head Coach?

The Toronto Maple Leafs may be searching for a new head coach and preparing for an important offseason, but some of the most encouraging developments in the organization are happening a level below the NHL.

Dylan Larkin News / 6IX ON ICE / June 14
Why Dylan Larkin should consider expanding his trade request list to include the Toronto Maple Leafs

Why Dylan Larkin should consider expanding his trade request list to include the Toronto Maple Leafs

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin could be on the move, and he should consider increasing his trade list to include the Toronto Maple Leafs. It’s

Vinni Lettieri News / Professor Press Box / June 13
Lettieri Powers Marlies Past Wolves in Game 1, but Series Feels Wide Open

Lettieri Powers Marlies Past Wolves in Game 1, but Series Feels Wide Open

The Toronto Marlies took the first step toward a Calder Cup championship Friday night, defeating the Chicago Wolves 4–2 on the road in Game 1 of the AHL Finals.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 13
3 Teams Were Hoping Auston Matthews Would Bolt — Now What?

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For a few months this spring, three NHL franchises were watching Toronto’s chaos very carefully — and quietly hoping it would spill over into something bigger.

Gavin Mckenna News / NHL Trade Talk / June 13
Gavin McKenna: Is He the Right Player for Toronto’s Pressure?

Gavin McKenna: Is He the Right Player for Toronto’s Pressure?

Playing for the Toronto Maple Leafs isn’t just about putting up points. It’s about living in the pressure cooker every single day and actually smiling while you’re in it.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / June 13
Could the Toronto Maple Leafs swap Morgan Rielly for Darnell Nurse?

Could the Toronto Maple Leafs swap Morgan Rielly for Darnell Nurse?

It was reported last week by Sportsnet’s Mark Spector that the Oilers organization was planning to have discussions with defenceman Darnell Nurse regarding his future with the franchise.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 11
Are the Toronto Maple Leafs Waiting for an Unavailable Coach?

Are the Toronto Maple Leafs Waiting for an Unavailable Coach?

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